Dogs are allowed on trails like the Big and Little Dominguez routes from the Bridgeport Trailhead as long as they stay on a leash no longer than 6 feet. These trails are foot and horse travel only.
Summers are hot in the canyons and water can be scarce away from the creeks. Spring and fall are more comfortable for hiking with a dog.
A 6-foot leash is required in developed recreation areas like campgrounds, trailheads, and picnic sites. On most of the open BLM land there is no leash law, but your dog must be under control at all times, and local field offices can set stricter rules.
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.
Leashed dogs are welcome in this Colorado conservation area. In the day use zone dogs must stay on leash to protect the desert bighorn sheep that live in the canyons. Dogs are allowed on trails like the Big and Little Dominguez routes from the Bridgeport Trailhead as long as they stay on a leash no longer than 6 feet. These trails are foot and horse travel only.
A 6-foot leash is required in developed recreation areas like campgrounds, trailheads, and picnic sites. On most of the open BLM land there is no leash law, but your dog must be under control at all times, and local field offices can set stricter rules.
Summers are hot in the canyons and water can be scarce away from the creeks. Spring and fall are more comfortable for hiking with a dog.
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.